Process Engineer- CI

Job Summary: The Process Engineer is responsible for supporting Operations through data collection, problem solving analysis, and countermeasure implementation to work toward the improvement of operating capability and sustainability while maintaining all applicable safety and quality standards to ultimately drive down cost. This activity includes, but is not limited to, troubleshooting equipment, improving existing data collection methods, and providing detailed analysis of said data to department managers to help drive true process improvement by understanding problems/root cause via the use of data and facts. Process Engineer is also responsible for supporting the Commercialization team and Project Engineers on the planning/execution of capital projects as well as providing feedback during our internal operations quoting process for all new business. The Process Engineer reports to the CI Manager and oversees process improvements with CI team and Department Leaders at the assigned location. Job Duties: Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: * Responsible for leading, developing and optimizing processes in all areas of manufacturing. * Lead the way in process improvements to support cost reductions, improvements to safety, quality and throughput. * Assess processes, take measurements, and interpret data. * Improve existing data collection methods. * Design, run, test and upgrade systems and processes. * Develop best practices, routines and innovative solutions to improve production rates and quality of output. * Work with customers, suppliers and all levels of management staff. * Responsible for managing multiple projects at the same time. * Responsible for maintaining all documentation related to process improvement tools to support the HPS methods. * Ensure the facility implements and maintains process improvements to support the High Performance System (HPS) in all production areas. * Develop project justifications for capital requests. * Work with Project Engineers on capital project execution and implementation. * Train and support teams involved in the implementation of new processes or commissioning of new equipment. * Assist with equipment troubleshooting on under-performing lines. * Work with maintenance to improve PM program and increase equipment reliability. * Provide informed feedback during budgeting exercises to help guide decision making into the next fiscal year. * Stay up to date on industry trends and standards in food manufacturing unit operations that can impact HFS to proactively identify innovative solutions for existing or potential problems * Work with Quality to help implement and monitor new and existing processes changed or affected by customer requirements across all functions. * May be required to work 2nd shift, 3rd shift or weekends from time to time. * Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) at all times. * Comply with all safety, health and environmental regulations as prescribed by law. * Comply with all Company rules, regulations and policies. * Perform other duties as assigned. Required Competencies & Knowledge: Knowledge of: * High Performance System (HPS), products, and production processes or knowledge of a similar system * Knowledge of process related standards * Knowledge and